The Edmonton Oilers aim to extend their series lead to 2-0 as they host the Florida Panthers for Game 2 of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final this Friday. In Game 1 on Wednesday, Edmonton secured a 4-3 comeback win, with Leon Draisaitl netting the decisive power-play goal in overtime with just 31 seconds remaining. Game 2 is scheduled to start at 8 p.m. ET at Rogers Place in Edmonton.
According to the latest odds for Oilers vs. Panthers, Edmonton is favored on the moneyline at -129 (bet $129 to win $100), while Florida is the underdog at +109 (bet $100 to win $109). The total goals over/under is set at 6.5, and Edmonton has a puckline of -1.5 (+187). For insights before placing bets on Panthers vs. Oilers, consult the NHL predictions from a reliable sports model, which also offers Game 2 prop bet suggestions.
A sports projection model simulates every NHL game 10,000 times. It had a strong record entering the first week of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final on top-rated NHL puck-line and over/under betting picks, showing significant returns for those following its recommendations.
Here are some recommended bets based on the model`s analysis for Oilers vs. Panthers on Friday (odds subject to change):
- Panthers +1.5 on the puck line (-228)
- Under 6.5 goals (-125)
Game 1 marked the fourth consecutive one-goal contest between these teams, a streak extending back to Game 7 of the previous year`s Stanley Cup Final. This pattern is anticipated to persist into Game 2. The sports model predicts that Florida will cover the puck line in over 70% of its simulations.
The last three matchups between these teams have seen over 6.5 goals scored. However, the model anticipates improved defensive efforts taking prominence in Game 2. Sergei Bobrovsky delivered an outstanding performance in Game 1, stopping 42 shots, placing pressure on Florida`s defensemen to support him. Edmonton`s defense will need to perform similarly to aid Stuart Skinner in having a strong game.
BetMGM Sportsbook lists the `Under 6.5 total goals` wager at -125.
For additional NHL betting insights for Friday, the model also provides top parlay picks for Game 2 of the Panthers vs. Oilers series.
